Young was hospitalized on December 30 last year and placed on life support.

She was taken off life support and placed under hospice care at home on January 9.

Having won a clutch of titles with the National Wrestling Association, she joined the then-WWF in 1999 and took part in several live and pay-per-view events, appearing often in comedic skits with her friend The Fabulous Moolah.

"There will never be another Mae Young," WWE Chairman and CEO Vince McMahon said.

"Her longevity in sports entertainment may never be matched, and I will forever be grateful for all of her contributions to the industry.

"On behalf of WWE, I extend our sincerest condolences to her family and friends."

Her 90th birthday was celebrated last year on the March 4 edition of Old School Raw.

After the show, WWE boss Vince McMahon and COO Triple H presented her with a WWE Divas Championship replica and declared her "Forever The Divas Champion".